Sales Director

TieTalent; Chester; Remote; GBP 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Regional Sales & Operations Director to oversee operations across the North-West of England. This role involves managing significant P&L responsibilities, leading teams, and driving growth through strategic sales initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in fast-paced manufacturing or related sectors, with a proven track record in leadership and process improvement. Join a forward-thinking company that values accountability and results orientation, and take the next step in your career with a role that promises both challenge and opportunity.

Benefits

Car allowance

25 days holiday

Cash health plan

Contributory pension scheme

Death in service

Qualifications

• Proven experience in fast-paced manufacturing or related industries.
• Experience leading and developing teams of 5-10 direct and 60+ indirect reports.

Responsibilities

• Manage 4-6 depots with an £80 million P&L and £30 million EBITDA.
• Lead, coach, and motivate a team of 7-10 direct colleagues.

Skills

Commercial Acumen

Leadership

Process Improvement

Sales Strategy Execution

Safety Culture Promotion

Job description

About

As a global, private equity-backed corporate business, we operate at pace, serving demanding customers in the construction, healthcare, and education markets.

Position: Regional Sales Director / Operations Director

You will oversee approximately £80 million P&L across the North-West of England, demonstrating collaborative leadership, strategic insight, and a balanced sales and operations background.

Salary & Benefits:

• £110,000 - £130,000 basic salary + 30% STIP
• Car allowance
• 25 days holiday
• Cash health plan
• Contributory pension scheme
• Death in service

Location: Home-based, with coverage across the North West (e.g., Liverpool, Manchester, Stoke-on-Trent, Wolverhampton, Birmingham, Chester, Crewe, Derby, Stockport, Bolton)

Job Description

As a Regional Sales & Operations Director, you will direct regional strategy and operations, ensuring smooth functioning and driving growth. We seek a candidate with strong commercial acumen capable of implementing strategies, leading process improvements, and exceeding customer expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage 4-6 depots with an £80 million P&L and £30 million EBITDA, leading both operations and sales teams.
• Lead, coach, and motivate a team of 7-10 direct and additional indirect colleagues, focusing on people development and succession planning.
• Execute sales strategies to ensure profitable growth with major clients such as construction contractors.
• Promote a safety-first culture, leading transformational change emphasizing safety, quality, service, cost, and delivery.

Person Specification

We value ownership, accountability, results orientation, and safety. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in:

• Fast-paced manufacturing or related industries (construction, food, automotive, pharmaceuticals) within larger corporations.
• Leading and developing teams of 5-10 direct and 60+ indirect reports.
• A visible, approachable management style with strong knowledge and accountability.
• Managing a £20 million+ P&L with a focus on profitable growth.
• Experience with continuous improvement, transformational change, and M&A integration.

The Company

We are a leading global supplier to major industries, generating approximately £250 million in the UK, with recent acquisitions and promising growth opportunities in 2025.

Interested? Please click apply to submit your application. Wallace Hind Selection is the retained recruitment partner for this role; direct applications will be forwarded to us. Reference: MH17973.

Location: Chester, England